Type of Organization: National Policy/Research/EducationFounded: 1995Mission Statement:Ariadne Institute for the Study of Myth and Ritual is an educational organization offering women feminist programs in Crete and Lesvos which study the relationship among ancient myth and ritual, traditional folklore and practices, and the re-emergence of ancient and traditional patterns in contemporary consciousness, culture and ritual. Subject Expertise: Feminist classical studies education Annual Meetings/Conferences:Current program: “Goddess Pilgrimage to Crete,” more information on website